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Health Walks Programme October to December 2016 For more information Tel: 0151 348 5494 or 0151 348 5493 Keeping fit could not be easier! Why not join us on our FREE walks. Our friendly walk leaders are there to guide you and keep you motivated towards a healthier lifestyle.

October 2016

Thursday 6 th October, Malpas, Leader Sue , Longer Walk A countryside walk starting in Malpas village and heading out into the clear country air. The duration of this walk is between 60 to 90 minutes. Meeting point is the High Street Church, Malpas, at 10:15am. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Monday 10 th October, Northwich, Leader Ita, An easier walk from Greenbank Station and along the . Meet at Greenbank Station, Way, Northwich, CW9 7NJ for 1.00pm. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at The Iron Bridge pub afterwards.

Tuesday 11 th October, Malpas, Leader Sue, Shorter Walk A short village walk around Malpas, lasting between 30 to 40 minutes. Meet 10:15am at High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

17 th Monday October, Northwich, Leader Ita An easy level, circular walk from to Lostock Green. Meeting point is The Watermead Pub, Lostock Gralam, Northwich, CW9 7UA AT 1.00pm. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at the pub afterwards.

Wednesday 19 th October, Parkgate, Leader John This walk is more advanced and 4 miles in length. The meeting point is Old Baths Car Park, Parkgate, , CH64 6RL at 11.00am. There is an option to stay with the group and for members to buy lunch at The Boathouse Pub afterwards. Please note: as the walk is over 90mins in duration it is not within the Walking for Health scheme. Thursday 20 th October , Malpas, Leader Sue , Longer Walk A countryside walk starting in Malpas village and heading out into the clear country air. The duration of this walk is between 60 to 90 minutes. Meeting point is the High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire at 10:15am. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Monday 24 th , Northwich, Leader Ita The rail trail, (the left side). Group to meet at 1.00pm at The Golden Pheasant, Plumley, , WA16 9RX. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at the pub afterwards. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes.

Tuesday 25 th October, Malpas, Leader Sue, Shorter Walk A short village walk around Malpas, lasting between 30 to 40 minutes. Meet 10:15am at High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Wednesday October 26 th , Whitegate Way, Leader Chris This walk starts from Whitegate Way Station, (post code, CW7 2QE) at 11.00am and takes you along the Whitegate Way. This walk is suitable for all times of the year and is approximately 3 1/2 miles in length.

Monday 31 st October, Northwich, Leader Ita A walk from to the Saltensford Tunnel, along the Canal. Meet-up at 1.00pm at The Weaver Vale Garden Centre, Winnington, Northwich, CW8 4EE . The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at the café afterwards.

November 2016

Thursday 3rd November , Malpas, Leader Sue , Longer Walk A countryside walk starting in Malpas village and heading out into the clear country air. The duration of this walk is between 60 to 90 minutes. Meeting point is the High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire at 10:15am. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Monday 7 th November, Northwich, Leader Ita A circular walk from Northwich to Greenbank, along Marshalls’ nature reserve river-trail. Group to meet outside Waitrose, Northwich Town Centre, CW9 5HD, at 1.00pm. The duration of this walk is 60-70 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at Waitrose afterwards.

Tuesday 8 th November, Malpas, Leader Sue, Shorter Walk A short village walk around Malpas, lasting between 30 to 40 minutes. Meet 10:15am at High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Monday 14 th November, Newbridge – , Leader Chris Walk starts at 11.00am at the car park, off Bradford Road by the Locks in Winsford, grid reference SJ652688, (it’s on the right just past the salt mine). There is a field path that can get muddy so please wear suitable footwear. This walk is 3 miles in length and takes you along the River Weaver.

Thursday 17 th November , Malpas, Leader Sue , Longer Walk A country side walk starting in Malpas village and heading out into the clear country air. The duration of this walk is between 60 to 90 minutes. Meeting point is the High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire at 10:15am. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Thursday 17 th November, Northwich, Leader Ita. A morning walk along the Northwich river trail. Walking past Hurts Lock and Fury Woods. Group to meet outside Waitrose, Northwich Town Centre, CW9 5HD, at 11.00am. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at Waitrose afterwards.

Monday 21 st November, Northwich, Leader Ita An easy, circular walk from Kingsmead to Locks, along the river. Meet at 1pm at the café at Anderton Place, Drive, Kingsmead, CW915Q. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at Waitrose afterwards.

Tuesday 22 nd November, Malpas, Leader Sue, Shorter Walk A short village walk around Malpas, lasting between 30 to 40 minutes. Meet 10:15am at High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Monday, 24 th November, Northwich, Leader Chris This easy walk takes you around the Marbury Park circular path. The walk lasts 3 miles and starts at 11.00am. Meeting point is the Car Park, Old Road, past the Refuse Site, CW9 5CN.

Monday, 28 th November, Northwich. Leader Ita. A circular loop starting in Budworth heading to Marston. Group to meet at 1pm at The Ice Cream Farm, Budworth, Northwich, CW9 6ND. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at The Ice Cream Farm or George and Dragon pub afterwards.

December 2016

Thursday 1 st December , Malpas, Leader Sue , Longer Walk A countryside walk starting in Malpas village and heading out into the clear country air. The duration of this walk is between 60 to 90 minutes. Meeting point is the High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire at 10:15am. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Thursday 1 st December, , Leader Chris This easy walk starts at 11.00am at the Car Park, Little Budworth Counrty Park, Coach Road, CW6 9BN; it is near Racecourse. There is one small patch of mud so please wear suitable footwear.

Monday 5 th December, Northwich, Leader Ita. Flat walks from Lostock Gralam to , returning via . Meeting point is The Watermead Pub, Lostock Gralam, Northwich, CW9 7UA AT 1.00pm. The duration of this walk is 90 minutes. Walkers are welcome to buy refreshments at the pub afterwards.

Tuesday 13 th December , Malpas, Leader Sue, Shorter Walk A short village walk around Malpas, lasting between 30 to 40 minutes. Meet 10:15am at High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Thursday 15 th December , Malpas, Leader Sue , Longer Walk A countryside walk starting in Malpas village and heading out into the clear country air. The duration of this walk is between 60 to 90 minutes. Meeting point is the High Street Church, Malpas, Cheshire at 10:15am. For more information about this walk contact Sue on 01948 861101.

Wednesday 21 st December, , Leader John This walk is more advanced and 4 miles in length. The meeting point is Barnsbridge Gates Carpark, Ashton Road, , WA6 6PA at 10.45am. There will be a comfort and coffee break at Linmere part-way round. Please note: as the walk is over 90mins in duration and not within the Walking for Health scheme.

***************************************** Why not try one of our Weekly Walks? ***************************************** Chester Area:

Blacon gentle walk – Mondays A gentle walk at a pace to suit all, taking in the Greenway and areas around . Meeting point: United Reformed Church, Road, Blacon, CH1 5EY. Start time: 10.30am Duration: 1hr

Westminster Park – Tuesdays A slightly longer but very sociable walk exploring the local area. A gentle stroll option is also available (in and around the Park). Meeting Point: The Golf Café, Westminster Park, CH4 8JQ at Start time: 10.30am Duration: 1.5hrs

Countess Chester – Tuesdays The Countess of Chester Country Park Health Walk, approx. 2miles, led by Alistair. Meeting point: Countess of Chester Hospital Country Park Car Park (off Countess Way). For more information about this walk contact Alistair on 07767113136. Start time: 1.00pm

Christleton and Caldy Valley – Wednesdays An ideal starter walk, at a pace to suit all, taking in the Caldy Valley Nature Park. Meeting at the Café in Sainsbury’s superstore on Caldy Valley Road, CH3 5QJ. Please note: On the first Wednesday of each month, this group meets at the Ring o’ Bells, Village Road, , CH3 7AS. Start time: 10.30am Duration: 1.5hrs

Countess Chester – Thursdays The Countess of Chester Country Park Health Walk, approx. 2miles, led by Alistair. Meeting point: Countess of Chester Hospital Country Park Car Park (off Countess Way). For more information about this walk contact Alistair on 07767113136. Start time: 1.00pm

Ellesmere Port and Neston:

Rivacre Valley - Tuesdays There are slight inclines on this walk and participants are recommended to wear sturdy shoes. Meeting Point: , Ranger Cabin, Riveracre Road, CH66 2UQ. Start Time: 10.30am Duration: 1.5hrs

Ness – Fridays This walk goes into the estuary and sometimes the woods. There are some hills and paths which may be muddy. This walk is not suitable for absolute beginners. Meeting point: Ness Gardens car park, Ness CH64 4AY Start time: 10.30am Duration: 1.5hrs

Vale Royal Area:

Frodsham – Wednesdays Meeting Point: Inside Castle Park House, Castle Park, Frodsham, WA6 6SE. Please note: On the last Wednesday of each month this group meets at Frodsham Community Centre WA6 7QN . Start time: 10.30am Duration: 1.5 - 2hrs

Northwich –Wednesdays A gentle walk around the Marbury park area. Meeting Point in the morning at Marbury Park Rangers’ Cabin, CW9 6AT. Start time: 10.30am Duration: 1.5hrs

STROLLS - On level ground with lots of stops. Ideal for people recovering from illness or in rehabilitation. (Maximum 1-2 miles. Very slow pace)

Remember to keep hydrated—bring a bottle of water with you. No special equipment is required but a pair of sensible walking boots / shoes and a waterproof jacket is advisable.

For more information Tel: 0151 348 5494 or 0151 348 5493 www.ageuk.org.uk/cheshire

Important notice - whilst we try to make sure that a trained walk leader is available to guide the walk, on some occasions this may not be possible. In this case, walkers are advised that if they choose to walk without the leader, they do so entirely at their own risk. Age UK Cheshire cannot be held responsible for their health and safety.